ServisFirst Bank Huntsville Announces New Regional CEO, Executive Vice President
Rhea-AI Summary
ServisFirst Bank (NYSE:SFBS) named Jim Holtkamp Regional CEO, Huntsville and Executive Vice President effective Dec. 15, 2025. Holtkamp has more than 20 years of banking experience and has served at ServisFirst Huntsville for nearly 15 years, previously as Senior Lender and Manager of Sales.
Andy Kattos, former Regional CEO, will remain in an advisory role and oversee construction of ServisFirst’s new Huntsville building. Holtkamp holds a B.S.B.A. in Finance from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and participates in local leadership organizations.
Positive
- Leadership continuity with internal promotion to Regional CEO
- Experience: Holtkamp has >20 years banking experience
- Local ties: nearly 15 years at ServisFirst Huntsville and community leadership roles
- Advisory transition: former Regional CEO to serve in advisory role and oversee new building
Negative
- None.
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
SFBS fell 1.39% while key regional bank peers like IBOC (-0.46%), ABCB (-0.10%), AUB (-0.41%), BANF (-0.57%), and ASB (-1.43%) also declined, suggesting broader regional bank softness rather than a company‑specific move tied solely to the Huntsville leadership news.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20 | Q3 2025 earnings | Positive | -6.8% | Reported higher EPS, margin expansion, and loan and deposit growth. |
| Sep 26 | Earnings date notice | Neutral | -1.1% | Announced timing and webcast details for upcoming Q3 2025 results. |
| Sep 15 | Dividend declaration | Positive | -0.6% | Board approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.335 per share. |
| Jul 28 | Industry ranking news | Positive | -0.6% | Bank ranked fifth among peers with $10–50B in assets. |
| Jul 21 | Q2 2025 earnings | Positive | -0.7% | Delivered strong EPS growth, NIM improvement, and double‑digit loan growth. |
Recent fundamentally positive or shareholder-friendly news (earnings strength, dividends, rankings) has repeatedly been followed by negative next-day price reactions, indicating a pattern of divergence between news tone and short-term trading.
Over the last six months, ServisFirst Bancshares has reported strong operating metrics and shareholder returns. Q2 and Q3 2025 results on Jul 21 and Oct 20 highlighted EPS growth, higher net interest margins, and solid loan and deposit expansion, yet shares fell after each release. Dividend declarations on Sep 15 and an industry ranking news item on Jul 28 likewise coincided with modest declines. Today’s Huntsville leadership appointment extends a stream of operational and franchise-strength updates against a backdrop of cautious market pricing.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights a leadership transition in a strategic Huntsville market, with an experienced insider taking on the Regional CEO and Executive Vice President roles. Recent history has featured strong earnings, dividend growth, and solid balance sheet metrics, suggesting an emphasis on disciplined expansion. Investors may monitor how this appointment influences commercial market growth, client acquisition across North Alabama, and any subsequent updates in earnings releases and regulatory filings. Key context includes prior results on Jul 21 and Oct 20 and ongoing dividend actions.
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Experienced Banking Leader, Jim Holtkamp, to Guide Huntsville Growth and Strategy
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ServisFirst Bank, a subsidiary of ServisFirst Bancshares (NYSE:SFBS), is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Holtkamp as Regional CEO, Huntsville and Executive Vice President. In this new role, Holtkamp will lead the Bank’s regional banking strategy, commercial market expansion, and client-focused growth initiatives across North Alabama.
“Jim has played an essential role in the development and success of our Huntsville market,” states Tom Broughton, ServisFirst Bank Chairman, CEO, and President. “His dedication, experience, and commitment to exceptional client service exemplify the ServisFirst standard. We are proud to see him step into this expanded leadership role.”
A seasoned banker with more than 20 years of experience, Holtkamp has been an essential part of ServisFirst Bank’s Huntsville success for nearly 15 years. During his tenure, he has served as Senior Lender and Manager of Sales, helping to strengthen and expand the Bank’s market presence through disciplined leadership, strong client relationships, and deep community engagement.
“Jim’s leadership, integrity, and deep roots in the Huntsville community make him the ideal executive to guide our continued growth in this market,” states Andy Kattos, former Executive Vice President and Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville, who will continue to serve the Bank in an advisory capacity, including as a member of the Huntsville Advisory Board. Kattos will also oversee the construction of ServisFirst Bank’s new Huntsville building. Kattos added, “Jim and I have worked side-by-side for more than 20 years, and I’ve seen firsthand his commitment to clients, his strategic mindset, and his ability to lead with both competence and character. I am confident he will continue to elevate our presence across North Alabama.”
A Huntsville native, Holtkamp is a graduate of Randolph School and holds a B.S.B.A. in Finance from the University of Alabama in Huntsville. He is also a graduate of the Alabama Banking School. Holtkamp is actively involved in the Huntsville community, having completed all three Huntsville Leadership Programs (Connect, Leadership Management Academy, and Flagship). He is a proud Member of the Huntsville Committee of 100 and serves as a Board Member of the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce.
“I am honored to step into this role and build on the remarkable foundation that Andy and our team have created,” states Jim Holtkamp, Executive Vice President and Regional CEO of ServisFirst Bank Huntsville. “Huntsville is home for me, and serving this community is a privilege. I look forward to continuing our momentum, supporting our clients, and strengthening the strong relationships that fuel growth for our region.”
For more information regarding ServisFirst Bank’s recent leadership announcement in Huntsville, please contact Krista Conlin at Krista@KCProjects.net. For more about ServisFirst Bank, please visit www.servisfirstbank.com.
ABOUT SERVISFIRST BANK
ServisFirst Bank is a full-service commercial bank focused on commercial banking, correspondent banking, treasury management, private banking and the professional consumer market, emphasizing competitive products, state-of-the-art technology and a focus on quality service. Recently, the Bank announced that its assets exceed
ServisFirst Bank was formed in May 2005, and has offices in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. In April 2015, and annually thereafter, ServisFirst Bank has earned investment-grade ratings and a stable outlook from Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA), which measures companies’ financial fundamentals. ServisFirst Bancshares, Inc. files periodic reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Copies of its filings may be obtained at www.servisfirstbancshares.com.
FOR INFORMATION CONTACT
Krista Conlin, Krista@KCProjects.net
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